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Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
- Root condition has been known to intermittently go away. Remedy this by running Super One Click again after you've flashed the ROM.
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I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
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Update (August 22nd, 2011): I've deactivated the download link until I get time to put out a better update with ITE support.
If I am not wrong this device is similar to Commtiva N700/ Spice Mi-700/ Olive Pad VT-100.
Nice to hear someone taking the initiative for development on this device
I've added the compatible devices I'm aware of to the first post. I may take advantage of CM scripting in the Gingerbread port. Will update when I have time. I've attached a screenshot from the froyo firmware below if anyone is interested.
I've been using it for the past two days without any issues. I borrowed a SIM card from a friend today to test the data connectivity and call function. Both work flawlessly. The battery life isn't as good with the CPU overclocked, but it's worth it for the extra boost of performance.
I was planning to get this device with my first salary which is few months from now
BTW, To make things easier you can use Cyanogen 7 which I think is having support for similar hardware.
Can MeeGo 1.2 be ported for this Device?
It will be releasing this April.
lakehousetech said:
I've added the compatible devices I'm aware of to the first post. I may take advantage of CM scripting in the Gingerbread port. Will update when I have time. Here's a screenshot from the froyo firmware:
I've been using it for the past two days without any issues. I borrowed a SIM card from a friend today to test the data connectivity and call function. Both work flawlessly. The battery life isn't as good with the CPU overclocked, but it's worth it for the extra boost of performance.
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Looks good.
But I prefer Android with its vanilla looks.
Can LCD density be used with this Tablet? does it work?
Please check that out.
Nice to see someone finally making a custom ROM for this device. Would be nice to have something like HyperDroidGBX for the HD2 using AOSP, Redux, CyanogenMod.... that's one hell of a nice piece of Gingerbread.
Hopefully the Viewpad 7 will get its own sub-forum and your ROM will be the first in it.
Cheers!
Cyko
harishgayatri said:
Can MeeGo 1.2 be ported for this Device?
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I don't know enough about MeeGo to comment, but I imagine it is possible...just not sure how feasible or worthwhile it would be to port it.
harishgayatri said:
Can LCD density be used with this Tablet? does it work?
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Yes LCD density can be modified and it works.
cyko said:
Hopefully the Viewpad 7 will get its own sub-forum
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I think if there's enough community interest XDA may create a dedicated forum for these devices. We'll see.
Thank you for your work. On the Russian forum owners viewpad 7 Your beginnings of this work has generated enormous interest. Would you in their versions of the firmware to include more locations? Good luck in your work. Sorry for the English.
sanata said:
Thank you for your work. On the Russian forum owners viewpad 7 Your beginnings of this work has generated enormous interest. Would you in their versions of the firmware to include more locations? Good luck in your work. Sorry for the English.
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Adding a Russian keyboard and locales would not be difficult if you know of another ROM that is using them in Froyo, or perhaps someone has them on a repo somewhere?
Great to see this!
I just bought a Viewpad for my wife, so this is perfect!
smnc said:
Great to see this!
I just bought a Viewpad for my wife, so this is perfect!
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Glad I could help! Let me know if you have any suggestions for future changes.
lakehousetech said:
Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
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I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
Download Link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?8plz5l9td3swith
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I have clockworkmod recovery installed, works, and overclock boot.img installed works too.
My VIEWPAD 7 has still stock ROM with Chinese handwriting touch, if I flash this custom ROM, do I loss Chinese handwriting function ?
Does all wifi, bluetooth, GPS, 3G network, multi-touch remain the same ?
Also, I am looking for App2SD script, to extend my internal /data/apps -> mSD card (ext2/3/4) paritition too.
thanks, cheers
James
keijames said:
I have clockworkmod recovery installed, works, and overclock boot.img installed works too.
My VIEWPAD 7 has still stock ROM with Chinese handwriting touch, if I flash this custom ROM, do I loss Chinese handwriting function ?
Does all wifi, bluetooth, GPS, 3G network, multi-touch remain the same ?
Also, I am looking for App2SD script, to extend my internal /data/apps -> mSD card (ext2/3/4) paritition too.
thanks, cheers
James
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I've done some tricks used a symbolic link for moved /data/dalvik-cache to /cache I will free up a lot of space in /data
Also the /cache partition is so huge. Is there any method to re-partition it?
TO: mp9_sit
This is good news, can you share your steps pls.
thanks
James
Sure, I will prepare some steps and open a new thread within this 2 days
Update: Already posted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=12742585
Flashed successfully on my Wellcom A800 WePAD, Thailand model. Works really fast! Thank you so much!
lakehousetech said:
Viewpad 7a 'Enhanced' (RC1)
Viewpad 7a is a quick and dirty modification of the stock firmware from Viewsonic. This should be a decent alternative to the stock image, with improved performance and appearance.
Highlights:
- Removed the 'Welcome' logo and replaced with stock android boot animation.
- Replaced stock boot image with overclocked version: Credit goes to TJ Style @ Modaco.
- Minor framework modifications (got rid of annoying white status bar, and misc images).
- All packaged applications remain, but I will add or remove any upon request.
- Enabled hardware acceleration.
Notes:
- Firmware should work with compatible devices such as: Cherry Mobile Superion, Commtiva Linx N700, Olivepad VT-100, Spice MI700, and Camangi FM600....but I do not have these devices, so I cannot verify. As always make a backup before installing any custom firmwares.
Known Issues:
- You may receive an error from Swype upon initial use to the effect that 'it's not meant for this firmware and may be limited'. I haven't had any issues since seeing this, and have disregarded it for the time being.
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I'm currently working on a Vanilla AOSP port of Gingerbread for this device, and this will be the main focus of my effort. I will try my best to answer any bug reports or requests for changes to this firmware, but won't make any promises.
As always a big thanks to everyone in the Android community that shares they're knowledge and support.
To install this firmware use ClockworkMod to flash the zip file. (I use version 2.5.1.2). Information on rooting and installing an alternative recovery partition is available here.
DISCLAIMER: I cannot be held liable for anything you do to your Viewpad 7 (or equivalent device). Make sure you are comfortable with recovery tools, such as ClockworkMod, before proceeding.
Download Link:
http://www.mediafire.com/?8plz5l9td3swith
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I order a viewpad 7 from amazon on saturday. I had some concern about it and was wondering if I made the right choice. Now that I see that you are working on increasing its performance, I feel comfortable with my choice now.
I install gappinstaller v5 on a archos 70 and 101 with no problem by following the step by step direction. I dont have my viewpad 7 as yet but I hope the installation goes smoothly. I donate
I flashed it to a WellcoM A800 and the GSM radio doesn't work anymore. Whatever I do it indicates that I'm in airplane mode. I tried with three different SIM cards with the same result.
Please advise...
Thanks
lakehousetech said:
Glad I could help! Let me know if you have any suggestions for future changes.
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The ViewPad finally arrived this morning. Got it all rooted, CWM'd and the ROM installed.
Nice work!
The wife will love it when she gets home tonight!
I'll definately let you know if I come up with any suggestions.
Well, one suggestion now:
move all the non-essential apps from system to data so they're easily removable.
Actually I can do that myself in a little bit...
Looking forward to Gingerbread!
Thanks again!
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[SIZE=+1]Q1: I would like to know what's inside my device?[/SIZE]
Please check here for your device's specifications:
The Samsung Galaxy Players/S Wifi (All Variants) All-In-One Thread
[SIZE=+1]Q2: Where can I find the USB drivers for my device without installing Kies?[/SIZE]
Here you will find them: Samsung USB Drivers
[SIZE=+1]Q3: What is root?[/SIZE]
To access root in Linux means that you have full administrative rights over your device and achieve things that you could never do before if you haven't done so. It can be pretty risky if you don't know what are you doing so be warned!!
But remember this: When you aren't root, you are the user of the device. When you're rooted, you are the owner of it.:good:
[SIZE=+1]Q4: How do I root my SGP?[/SIZE]
The prefered method is using Odin or heimdall to flash an insecure kernel or a custom rom which will enable root for you. You should find them in the android development section.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: Ok that's cool but i'm kinda new here and I don't know how to use those programs?[/SIZE]
Here's a link to help you
How to use heimdall and odin
[SIZE=+1]Q6: What is a custom recovery?[/SIZE]
A custom recovery is mostly the native android recovery modified from the source to feature multiple options like backup a whole ROM or flashing a rom for example. The most known one and the only one available for our devices is the ClockWorkmod Recovery or commonly called CWM.
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How can I get CWM?[/SIZE]
Flash a custom kernel with CWM support.
[SIZE=+1]Q8: Where I can find a list of ROMS and kernels?[/SIZE]
Here you can find them all:
The Samsung Galaxy Players (All variants) All-In-One Thread
[SIZE=+1]Q9: How can I OC my device?[/SIZE]
See Q7 for answer
[SIZE=+1]Q10: I have bricked my device pleaseee heeeeeeeeelppppppp meeeee!!!:crying:[/SIZE]
Check a Recovery thread made for your device
[SIZE=+1]Q11: I would like to flash CyanogenMod but I've lost my Efs? (for 4.0 users)[/SIZE]
Please check at the end of this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23290275&postcount=2
[SIZE=+1]Q12: What is ADB?[/SIZE]
Please see this thread for all ADB information:
Full ADB guide
[SIZE=+1]Q13: What the heck is the cat on a log?[/SIZE]
Well logcat isn't a cat on a log. It's a system element from android used to record the system logs. This is the most efficient way of squashing bugs when developpers are facing problems. To use logcat, you will need ADB. See Q10 for setting ADB.
This is how you can see logcat
Code:
adb logcat
This is how you can save a logcat into your computer
Code:
adb logcat -d > logcat.txt
[SIZE=+1]Q14: What are custom ROMS?[/SIZE]
Custom roms are modified software made in order to offer more features and options. There's 2 types of custom roms: the stock based ones and AOSP ones
Stock: They are based from the manufacturer's original firmware.
AOSP: They are compiled from the android source and provides a pure stock experience if the manufacturer have an interface overlay. They often offer much more and unique options than stock roms. (like Cyanogenmod, AOKP, or ParanoidAndroid for example)
[SIZE=+1]Q15: Nice! how can I flash those ROMS??[/SIZE]
Normaly the roms threads should have the necessary instructions in order to flash them.
[SIZE=+1]Q16: Why I can see my cell standby percentage when my device is a PMP?[/SIZE]
Well... Android is first and most a mobile phone, tablet OS and not a PMP OS. The OS think you're a phone and then use cell standby but don't worry, there's no battery life extracted from there.
[SIZE=+1]Q17: What is the best kernel/ROM?[/SIZE]
There's not really best kernels and roms. Just try them out and see which one you prefer.
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goldflame09 said:
Shall this be my reserved just in case?
Sent from my YP-G1 running ParanoidAndroid v1.6 (ICS)
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Why not. More is better than less. :good:
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Well written, deserves to be pinned. :good:
Batter life
So now that i understand that the cell by is nothing to worry about, but because its a software issue the batter% shows it drains rapidly. What do we do when it says we only have 10% left? charge it? because that would be daily, or will it keep running?
Thanks
droid_noob21 said:
So now that i understand that the cell by is nothing to worry about, but because its a software issue the batter% shows it drains rapidly. What do we do when it says we only have 10% left? charge it? because that would be daily, or will it keep running?
Thanks
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There's a big difference between determining what programs are using a certain percentage of the battery (it's based on CPU time and network use), and how much total battery has been used (based on voltages). I would say the total battery percentage left is mostly accurate, but it's not quite (see attached screenshot) (at least it could be tweaked a bit). But I still recommend you to charge it at 10% to ensure future battery capacity. If you drain it too much, it will wear down -- in the screenshot, I had accidentally left it on for a week.
Galaxy 5.8 information
Howdy, I'm a long time lurker on the forums; have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S (AT&T) from several years ago and recently nabbed a new gadget on a business trip to Korea. I got a Samsung Galaxy Player 5.8 for $220 and thought it should be relatively simple to root. I was wrong.
Can we add information about the Samsung Galaxy Player 5.8?
Model: YP-GP1
Android: 4.0.4
Kernel: 3.0.8-1168015 [email protected] #1 SMP PREEMPT Fri Dec 7 20:57:12 KST 2012
Build#: IMM76D.GP1KRALL1
FM Radio: Works in Korea; not so much anywhere else. It finds stations during search but only plays static. (Tried Spirit UL its not happy either. It reports that it cannot access the FM tuner. Maybe it needs root?)
TV Tuner: Same as the FM Radio // Frequency differences?
Storage: 16 GB (expandable with sdcard slot)
Screen: 960 px x 540 px / Capacitive / Multi-touch
Network: 802.11g,b,n
GPS
Bluetooth (can't tell what version, the manual is Korean; I assume its BT3.0)
Battery life is good, runs for a few days on a single charge with power saving enabled.
Haven't used it for any really fun stuff as I can't seem to get root on it. All the ICS 4.0.4 rooting methods on this site have failed.
Going to look at the kernel source from Samsung and see if I can make heads or tails of it.
N0Karma said:
Howdy, I'm a long time lurker on the forums; have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S (AT&T) from several years ago and recently nabbed a new gadget on a business trip to Korea. I got a Samsung Galaxy Player 5.8 for $220 and thought it should be relatively simple to root. I was wrong.
Can we add information about the Samsung Galaxy Player 5.8?
Model: YP-GP1
Android: 4.0.4
Kernel: 3.0.8-1168015 [email protected] #1 SMP PREEMPT Fri Dec 7 20:57:12 KST 2012
Build#: IMM76D.GP1KRALL1
FM Radio: Works in Korea; not so much anywhere else. It finds stations during search but only plays static. (Tried Spirit UL its not happy either. It reports that it cannot access the FM tuner. Maybe it needs root?)
TV Tuner: Same as the FM Radio // Frequency differences?
Storage: 16 GB (expandable with sdcard slot)
Screen: 960 px x 540 px / Capacitive / Multi-touch
Network: 802.11g,b,n
GPS
Bluetooth (can't tell what version, the manual is Korean; I assume its BT3.0)
Battery life is good, runs for a few days on a single charge with power saving enabled.
Haven't used it for any really fun stuff as I can't seem to get root on it. All the ICS 4.0.4 rooting methods on this site have failed.
Going to look at the kernel source from Samsung and see if I can make heads or tails of it.
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There's not really anything about the 5.8 so I don't think I will add something for it as of right now. As of spirit, you need to be rooted in order to use it. As for t-dmb, (tv) you can only use it in South Korea (exclusive technology).
Envoyé depuis mon Nexus 7 avec Tapatalk
I have a galaxy player 4.0 YP-G1, and then update it ... stay all perfect with the exception of the most important. When I connect the audio cable and start the music, the device automatically restarts. They know that it can be?
Model Number: I9000
Firmware: 2.3.5
Kernel: 2.6.35.7-CL562447-G1XXKPN TerraSilent_intl-1.3.5
Compilation: GINGERBREAD.UEKI8
Just a message to get posts to 10. I'm a long time reader please ignore.
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Just a message to get posts to 10. I'm a long time reader please ignore.
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Please don't post randomly. It's against xda rules
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its theres way to swap internal to external sd in 4.4? like in cm10.2??
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lildhiel08 said:
its theres way to swap internal to external sd in 4.4? like in cm10.2??
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Hi guys my samsung j7 speaker sound is low is there any way to increase its sound and plz tell me how to root this device without computer
I unlocked my bootloader and converted my Consumer Cellular variant over to the official OEM version and installed the MT2-L03C00B322 update from Huawei website. I absolutely hate EMUI. I hate how the status bar isn't translucent with apps, I don't like the setup of EMUI, I don't like how the notifications are, etc etc. I want just a strictly lollipop ROM, so would PAC Rom be it? Also, can I install twrp to install custom Roms after I did the consumer Cellular conversion to OEM? I had to install twrp for the first part of the conversion and once I did the update it automatically removes twrp and puts the stock recovery back on. I'm pretty fond of flashing, rooting, and more, I've done it with countless devices, but never a Huawei, and I just want to make sure I can do it before I mess something up on this phone. If not, I guess I will go back to my Sony Xperia C4 (which by the way, claims to have a 13MP camera, but the camera is blurry and sucks like none other HAHA)
THANKS FOR ANY AND ALL HELP!!
These phones are almost brick proof! Have you tried different themes? Emui is an acquired taste. Biggest advantage if emui us battery life. They had cm 12 carbon candy variants but PAC had the best battery life. None of those are supported so it is a limited field. Check the guide in the first section of this forum for more info.
Candy rom is the BEST !!!!
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can anybody help me in getting the s7 theme engine & theme store for Galaxy s5 G900H on stock MM 6.0.1 ..
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please help me in getting theme store and engine ..
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thanks in advance!:good:
Flash custom ROM
Video with links to files, and other hopefully useful info. FOR A SOLUTION!
I had a really long post with useful info containing an answer maybe not "the answer" Wanted me to instead post a comment.. Below are the instructions on how to do it according to a Youtube Video I found. While I haven't tried this method, It looks sound to me, they've included all the files needed in a link to MEGA. I'll re-share without the password / decryption key if the poster agrees only.. I do highly suggest Phoenix ROM if you're on a kltevze, it come included with eveyrthing you're looking for and I've used it before In fact, I tried it last night but was unable to get into my phone past the boot password screen I think because the system ui kept crashing. while I have used this version, I may try twelve, since I prefer AOSP or LOS based roms, I want as light as possible maybe even removing google and going with MICRO G which I used fairly successfully for over a month, It isn't perfect, sometimes the location addon apps crash, but there are many, and it may just be that the ones I was using crashed, and not the ones you need yourself.. But MICRO G is worth the piece of mind to me coming from an encrypted phone, No I have nothing to hide really but Alphabet/Google already know enough about me through the use of their "FREE and Very Handy I might add, Services Ahem) By the way, Phoenix can be used with either an unlocked bootloader or safestrap if not.. Just get the right one.. I may end up going with a rooted deodexed TW rom, and add xposed to get the features I love from RR and other LOS based ROMS. With further ado, heres the link to the youtube instructional video I found, I really wish it was written out or could simple installed as a flashable zip which shouldn't be hard to make, but it is what it is for now.. And again seems correct to me if you don't want o go with a custom rom like Phoenix for kltevzw.
Well upon testing the Youtube link didn't play so here it is both Title for searching and another link. Install Galaxy S7 Touchwiz on S5! (Marshmallow) /URL]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsiKG98GVBA
I used Heimdal to flash to a more recent factory TW before flashing Phoenix which requires at least PB1. I think. Check their OP under user JKRUSE or near the top of the VZE dev thread.
This is Heimdal as found in synaptic from a buntu based distroand should be the same in any Debian based or any other distro for that matter as I've found it in many repos for different distro's, I think a ppa is available with newer builds, but don't hold me to that.
Heimdall <- commandline version.
Heimdall is a tool for flashing firmware (aka ROMs) onto Samsung Galaxy S
devices over a USB connection. It accomplishes this using the same
protocol as Odin, Samsung's internal Windows-only firmware updater.
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And of course there's a GUI too.. heimdall-flash (1.4.1-2) unstable; urgency=medium
This package includes a Qt-based frontend for managing Galaxy devices.
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If I do either agian soon, I'll report back with results. Again, I know Phoenix worked fine. But I'd imagine a plain TW rooted ROM that you debloat yourself and maybe add Xposed for many features found in Phoenix and in AOSP/LOS based ROM's such as RR/CR-DROID for those who prefer additional tweaking and other enhancements. Again I trouble just last night with the latest V15 of Phoenix on boot and don't know why other than my fully ecnypted device and password on boot feature But either way again if you test before me let me know the result as well. I do need a new battery for mine since it's the one it came with but that's a story for another thread, when I bought my S5 last spring for beans, (with the unlockable BL, I had to have it since my S3 had died. and I couldn't afford a new phone) and I could easily get a day plus when service is good with about 4+ hours SOT. But lately I'm using charging by the end of the day. Haven't decided yet on a stock Sammy battery or a more expesive, Thicker, heavier, but much longer lasting extended battery.
Sorry for such a long winded post. All my posts are this way if you know me. I do apologize and need to be more brief but I'm more of a lurker and searcher for what I need to know and post very seldom especially with this much what I think could be useful to someone.
If it happens to be useful please hit the "Thankss" button, it could help here, and even when looking for a job as I am... Hahahaha.. Getting laid off work blows in my area of the country.
Thanks and Happy New Year to all those who celebrate it during this time of year, if not Happy New Year when it arrives and I wish the best for everyone on the Planet. Stay informed and don't believe everything you read/hear/watch... #NoAgenda #ITM.
griz.
Good afternoon,
I'm completely new to Android, I came from iOS 3 weeks ago.
I know with iPhone's you can jailbreak, and I've only just discovered custom ROMs for Android.
I have a Samsung S9+ (UK, so it'll be exynos) - Model: SM-G965F and running: One UI Version 1.0 and Android Version 9. I also have the latest security patch: 1 April 2019.
I've heard of Custom ROM's Resurrection Remix and Pixel Experience.
Because I have the latest OS, is it possible to flash a custom ROM on my S9+? or is it too new?
If I can, do you have any custom ROMs you'd recommend I try out? I like the gestures of OxygenOS, and I prefer Google Apps over Samsung Apps.
I've been reading the forums, and watching videos. But any guides you have to install a ROM, please point me in the right direction.
Thanks for your help!
TGP (The Galaxy Project)
I have used TGP ROM's and kernels on several devices over the years and have never had any issues. The developer is always floating around should anyone need any help with anything and battery life is always amazing.
It's the first thing I did after coming from an S7E to the S9+ a no brainer...
1. Download Odin and Samsung USB drivers for your PC.
2. Unlock bootloader.
2a. Reboot into download mode.
3. Download latest TWRP, flash that sucker into your phone.
(Congratulations, you've just voided your warranty if you care about that)
Welcome to the smart side.
From there, you've got a smorgasbord of ROMs, Kernels, etc, to choose from to customise to your heart's content.
Enjoy!
(fwiw, I'm running (rooted) Light ROM, with white wolf kernel. And love it - and the nearly 36 hour gap between charges)